| Requirement | Louisiana |
|---|---|
| Pre-license education | 90 hours |
| Exam administrator | PSI |
| License / application fee | n/a |
| Exam fee | n/a |
| Regulator | Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC) |
| Payroll-employed agents (BLS) | 1,940 |
| Agent median pay (BLS May 2025) | $45,850 |
Licensing & state law
How to become a real estate agent in Louisiana
To get a Louisiana real estate salesperson license you complete 90 hours of state-approved pre-license education, pass the PSI-administered exam, clear a background check and affiliate with a sponsoring broker. The Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC) sets the rules and issues the license.
What are the requirements for a Louisiana real estate license?
Louisiana requires 90 hours of approved pre-license education, a passing score on the PSI salesperson exam, a background check and sponsorship by a licensed broker. The table lists each requirement, the published fees WealthyBud could source and the regulator.
What are the steps to get licensed in Louisiana?
Getting licensed in Louisiana takes six steps: meet eligibility, finish 90 hours of pre-license education, pass the PSI exam, clear a background check, affiliate with a sponsoring broker, then apply and activate with the Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC).
1/ 6
Meet the basic eligibility
Be at least 18 and hold a high-school diploma or equivalent; the Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC) lists any residency or other conditions.
2/ 6
Complete 90 hours of pre-license education
Louisiana requires 90 hours from a state-approved real estate school, in a classroom or online.
3/ 6
Pass the Louisiana salesperson exam
The exam is administered by PSI and covers national real estate principles plus Louisiana law.
4/ 6
Clear the background check
Submit fingerprints or a criminal-history check as required by the Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC).
5/ 6
Affiliate with a sponsoring broker
A new Louisiana salesperson must work under a licensed broker before practicing.
6/ 6
Apply and activate the license
File the application and pay the license fee to the Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC), then activate under your broker.
How much does a Louisiana real estate license cost?
Louisiana's published costs in WealthyBud's sources are: license fee: n/a (not published in our sources); exam fee: n/a. Pre-license course tuition is set by each school and is not regulated, so it is not listed. Confirm every fee with the Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC) before applying.
How much do licensed agents earn in Louisiana?
Payroll-employed real estate sales agents in Louisiana earned a median of $45,850 in May 2025 (BLS); the bottom 10% earned under $20,210. See the full Louisiana agent salary breakdown.
What are Louisiana’s housing markets like for new agents?
WealthyBud tracks 18 Louisiana housing markets. Their median listing prices have a midpoint of $245,672 as of September 2026, from $160,000 in New Iberia to $335,375 in Slidell; 9 of 18 are below last year's asking price.
| Market | Median list price | YoY | Days on market | Active listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans, LA | $287,000 | -8.8% | 80 | 3,892 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $298,250 | -2.0% | 74 | 3,291 |
| Lafayette, LA | $262,500 | -3.1% | 81 | 1,534 |
| Slidell, LA | $335,375 | -4.2% | 71 | 1,383 |
| Shreveport, LA | $239,950 | -3.7% | 73 | 1,300 |
All tracked markets: Louisiana housing market hub.
Louisiana real estate license FAQ
How many hours of education do you need for a real estate license in Louisiana?
Louisiana requires 90 hours of state-approved pre-license education before the salesperson exam, according to WealthyBud's compilation of Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC) requirements.
How much does a Louisiana real estate license cost?
Published fees in WealthyBud's sources: license fee: n/a (not published in our sources); exam fee: n/a. Course tuition varies by school. The Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC) publishes the current fee schedule.
Who administers the Louisiana real estate exam?
PSI administers the Louisiana salesperson exam. The commission website text (crawled July 2026) names Pearson Vue; confirm the current vendor with the commission.
Do you need a college degree to get a real estate license in Louisiana?
No. Louisiana requires pre-license education and a passing exam score, not a college degree. You must generally be 18 with a high-school diploma or equivalent.
Who regulates real estate agents in Louisiana?
The Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC) licenses and regulates Louisiana real estate salespersons and brokers and is the authoritative source for current rules.
Licensing rules and fees change. Always confirm current requirements with the Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC) before enrolling. The commission website text (crawled July 2026) names Pearson Vue; confirm the current vendor with the commission.